TORONTO CONVENTION PRE-EXTENSION
NIAGARA FALLS
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Accommodations
June 19-22, 2016
Kick off the 101st Annual Kiwanis
International Convention with a
visit to world-famous Niagara
Falls! Enjoy a captivating journey
to the most powerful waterfall in
North America, and immerse
yourself in the beguiling Niagara
region famed for its landscapes
peppered with villages, pristine
countrysides and tantalizing
wineries. Awaken your senses on
your sojourn to the Niagara
Great Gorge, and experience the
ferocity of Niagara Falls from
above, behind and beneath.
Connect with the plenteous vitality of the earth where pioneers, fur traders and
early Native Americans once prospered. Spend leisure time basking in the tranquil
ambiance of Niagara-on-the-Lake or exploring the charming boutiques, enticing
cuisine and historic architecture of this vibrant town.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• Enjoy three nights in a first-class hotel near Lake Ontario and the city’s
atmospheric downtown area.
• Services of an experienced Travel Director throughout your stay.
• Delight in a Niagara Falls tour that includes a visit to the observation
deck of Skylon Tower and a captivating “Journey Behind the Falls.”
• Embark on a one-hour Hornblower cruise at Niagara Falls where you
will get as close as possible to the thrilling, roaring cascade.
• Experience the unique Heritage Downtown Main Street of Niagara-onthe-Lake during ample free time.
• Discover the charming opulence of Niagara-on-the-Lake, an inviting
19th-century village celebrated for its wines, history and culinary spreads.
• Three nights in Niagara-on-theLake, Ontario, at the first-class
Queen’s Landing Hotel.
Transportation
• All deluxe motor coach transfers in
the Land Program itinerary and
baggage handling on these transfers
are included.
Activities and Events
• Expert local guides will enhance
your insight into the region.
• All excursions as outlined in your
program itinerary.
• Attend a Welcome Reception.
Meal Program
• Enjoy three breakfasts and tea and
coffee with all meals.
MANY INCLUDED EXTRAS
• Consultation services of a
dedicated Passenger Service
Representative prior to departure.
• Services of an experienced Travel
Director throughout your stay.
• An AHI Hospitality Desk to
provide sightseeing and dining
suggestions and to assist with
reservations.
• Tipping of excursion guides and
drivers.
• Detailed travel and destination
information to assist in planning.
• Complimentary travel wallet.
Extension Pricing (per person)
Double Occupancy: $995 USD
Single Occupancy: $1,360 USD
All prices quoted are per person in USD and do not
include AHI FlexAir (unless otherwise stated).
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DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY
DAY 1 ~ IN TRANSIT/
TORONTO/NIAGARA FALLS
Depart for Toronto, Ontario.A
Upon arrival, transferA to the Queen’s
Landing Hotel in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Tonight, gather with your fellow
Kiwanians for a Welcome Reception.
Independent Exploration: The rest
of the evening is at leisure. You may
enjoy browsing the Heritage Downtown
Main Street for souvenirs, antiques or
First Nation artwork and collectibles. In
the evening, watch a sunset at the
gazebo in Queen’s Royal Park or stroll
along the waterfront trail.
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DAY 2 ~ NIAGARA-ON-THELAKE
Excursion: Niagara Falls. Begin the
day by peering off of the soaring Skylon
Tower Observation Deck as you stand
an astonishing 775 feet above the falls.
Relish your vista of the resplendent
Niagara River and the three waterfalls
that compose Niagara Falls: Horseshoe
Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and American
Falls. You may spot the Toronto and
Buffalo skylines hugging the horizon!
Next, pause to take photos and
grasp the magnificence of the cascade’s
dynamic energy at a second lookout
point near Horseshoe Falls. Close your
eyes and feel the mist gently tickle your
cheeks.
Then join fellow travelers on a
“Journey Behind the Falls,” as you
descend 150 feet in an elevator to
wander through passages underneath
the falls. Listen to the mighty roar and
imagine the powerful forces
surrounding you.
Finally, hold on to your hat as you
embark on a one-hour Hornblower
cruise into the heart of the Niagara
Great Gorge for an exhilarating tête-àtête with the natural wonder. Your boat
will get as close to the falls as possible
to thoroughly immerse you in the
ACCOMMODATIONS
experience. Rejuvenate your spirit
during this intimate rendezvous with
Horseshoe Falls, and connect with the
power and allure of Mother Nature.
Independent Exploration: The rest
of the evening is at leisure. You may
like to share a Sentineal Carriage by the
lake with new friends or treat yourself
to a spa treatment at 100 Fountain Spa.
DAY 3 ~ NIAGARA-ON-THE-
QUEEN’S LANDING HOTEL
LAKE
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Independent Exploration: Enjoy a
day at leisure to explore Niagara-onthe-Lake on your own time. Indulge in
an English afternoon tea at the Prince
of Wales Hotel. Visit the Niagara
Historical Museum to discover unique
stories of historic Niagara-on-the-Lake,
or browse the Niagara Pumphouse
Arts Center, an art gallery and studio
located in a heritage building on the
banks of the Niagara River. Cap off the
evening by toasting over a pint or two at
the Olde Angel Inn, Ontario’s oldest
inn.
DAY 4 ~ IN TRANSIT
This morning, transfer to Toronto for
the opening of the 101st Annual Kiwanis
International Convention.
NOTE: The information presented is preliminary.
Itineraries, included features and schedules
are subject to change. Many excursions in this
program involve an element of walking.
ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Available at an additional cost
Niagara Wine Country. On Day 3,
tease your tastebuds during a visit to
Château des Charmes Winery.
Founded in 1978 by Paul Bosc, this
family estate sits among 35 hectares
of immaculate vines.
Learn about the herbicide-free,
sustainable agricultural practices
used at the winery as you meander
through vineyards and production
facilities. Then enjoy a guided, flavorinfused wine tasting and lunch.
Perched on the stunning acreage of
the Old Niagara Dock and Harbour
Company, this inviting waterfront manor
is ideally located near the dazzling
Lake Ontario and Heritage Downtown
Main Street where a plethora of
delightful shops, tempting restaurants
and historical museums are waiting to
be explored. The hotel flaunts an
atmosphere of Georgian elegance with
Venetian windows, marble flooring, and
stained-glass ceilings. Each room
provides a luxurious, peaceful retreat
after a day of adventure and sightseeing.
Delight in exquisite Niagara cuisine at
Tiara Restaurant, visit the Bacchus
Lounge for a casual meal and serene
view, or sip cocktails and relax in
summer’s embrace on the outdoor patio.
Join a yoga class on the terrace or share
a morning walk with new friends.
Queen’s Landing Hotel features a 24hour shuttle service within old town
Niagara-on-the-Lake, modern amenities,
fitness centers, swimming pools and
complimentary Wi-Fi.
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TORONTO CONVENTION POST-EXTENSION
MONTRÉAL & QUÉBEC
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June 26-July 2, 2016
Québec and its rich,
cosmopolitan cities will quell
your yearnings for European
finesse. Treat your inner
Francophile as you admire
stunning European architecture, linger in heavenly aromas
of sidewalk bistros or comb
labyrinthine cobblestones for
memorable treasures.
Discover the dynamic city of
Montréal, a UNESCO City of
Design, and marvel at the
Notre Dame Basilica and panoramic views atop Mont Royal. Relish the
region’s verdant valleys and striking vistas commensurate of an impressionist’s hallowed palette, and reminisce about an era when Cartier and de
Champlain roamed the land. Continue your adventure in Québec City, where
Quebecois heritage and European flair permeate the bustling metropolis.
Amble through Vieux Québec, savor succulent French cuisine or simply bask
in the city’s ardor.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• Elegant first-class hotel accommodations with every modern
convenience and amenity in two locations.
• Services of an experienced Travel Director throughout your stay.
• Explore the cultural capital of Montréal including: Notre Dame Bacilica,
historic Old Montréal, the ‘76 Olympic Complex, and sweeping views
from Mount Royal.
• Cruise along the St. Lawrence River. See Montmorency Falls, the
Île d'Orléans, and the stunning Côte-de-Beaupré.
• The UNESCO World Heritage site of Old Quebec is featured in this
program.
• Admire 17th-century architecture on a sightseeing tour of Québec City.
See the Latin Quarter, the Citadel and the National Assembly.
• Uncover history and discover the secrets of Vieux Quebec.
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• Three nights in Montréal,
Québec, at the first-class
InterContinental Montréal.
• Three nights in Québec City at
the first-class Hilton Québec.
Transportation
• The train from Toronto to Montréal
and all deluxe motorcoach transfers
in the Land Program itinerary and
baggage handling on these transfers
are included.
Activities and Events
• Expert local guides will enhance
your insight into the region.
• All excursions as outlined in your
program itinerary.
• Attend a Welcome Reception.
Meal Program
• Six breakfasts.
MANY INCLUDED EXTRAS
• Consultation services of a
dedicated Passenger Service
Representative prior to departure.
• Services of an experienced Travel
Director throughout your stay.
• An AHI Hospitality Desk to
provide sightseeing and dining
suggestions and to assist with
reservations.
• Tipping of excursion guides and
drivers.
• Detailed travel and destination
information to assist in planning.
• Complimentary travel wallet.
Extension Pricing (per person)
Double Occupancy: $1,795 USD
Single Occupancy: $2,345 USD
All prices quoted are per person in USD and do not
include AHI FlexAir (unless otherwise stated).
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DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY
DAY 1 ~ IN TRANSIT/
MONTRÉAL
Depart Toronto this morning aboard
Canada’s Via Rail for a five-hour scenic
journey to Montréal.
Upon arrival, transfer to the
Intercontinental Montréal.
Tonight, join your fellow Kiwanians for
a Welcome Reception.
DAY 2 ~ MONTRÉAL
Excursion: Montréal. Discover the
highlights of this cosmopolitan city. See
the majestic, neo-Gothic Notre Dame
Basilica, and marvel at the towering
stained-glass windows. Admire Old
Montréal, and witness the Olympic
Complex, still ringing with cheers from
the ’76 Games. See McGill University,
the alma mater of 12 Nobel Laureates.
End your city excursion atop Mont
Royal, a 761-foot-hill that offers
sweeping views of the city.
Independent Exploration: The rest
of the day is at leisure.
DAY 3 ~ MONTRÉAL
Independent Exploration: Spend a
full day of leisure in Montréal. You may
enjoy a morning with Courbet, Renoir
and Rodin at the Museum of Fine Arts
or a visit to the Museum of Archaeology
and History to learn more about the
17th-century settlement. You can
certainly shop in Montréal’s vast
underground city, discover exquisite
flora in the Botanical Gardens or spend
an afternoon walking through Vieux
Montréal.
DAY 4 ~ QUÉBEC CITY
This morning, depart Montréal for a
drive along the lovely St. Lawrence
River to Québec City.
Upon arrival, check in to the Hilton
Québec.
Excursion: St. Lawrence River
Cruise. Embark on an exciting 90minute cruise along the St. Lawrence
River. The mighty St. Lawrence flows
for over 745 miles from Lake Ontario to
Québec City and is the primary outlet
of the Great Lakes. Witness historic
Québec City from the comfort of your
river boat as seagulls glide nearby.
Observe the towering Montmorency
Falls, boasting a crest that is 99 feet
higher than Niagara Falls. Sail near
the Île d'Orléans, an island that the
Algonquins called the “Bewitched
Place,” and notice the beauty of the
scenic Côte-de-Beaupré. Spot the
rolling peaks of the 540-million-year-old
Laurentian Mountains in the distance.
Along the way, experience the panoramic skyline of Québec City with vistas of
the Place-Royale and the copper-roofed
Chateau Frontenac.
DAY 5 ~ QUÉBEC CITY
Excursion: Québec City. Uncover
the cosmopolitan attributes of Québec
City on a sightseeing tour. Observe the
historic treasures inside the walls of
Old Québec, a UNESCO World Heritage
site. Contemplate the city’s tumultuous
past at the Citadel. See the celebrated
Latin Quarter, the historic Plains of
Abraham and the Place Royale where
Champlain founded Quebec in 1608.
Appreciate the significance of the
Fortifications, North America's only
remaining fortified city. See the
National Assembly, and admire the
neo-baroque style of the Basilica.
Independent Exploration: Spend
the remainder of the afternoon at
leisure. You may enjoy visiting
Parliament Hill or the Fontaine de
Tourny.
DAY 6 ~ QUÉBEC CITY
Independent Exploration: Enjoy a
full day to explore Québec City on your
own. Spend a day at the beautiful
Côte-de-Beaupré, where ancestral
houses and charming churches dot
the landscape. Stretch your legs at
Montmorency Falls Park, or explore the
historic Île d'Orléans.
DAY 7 ~ IN TRANSIT
Transfer to the airport for the return to
your gateway city.A
A Provided for Air Program participants.
NOTE: The information presented is preliminary.
Itineraries, included features and schedules
are subject to change. Many excursions in this
program involve an element of walking.
ACCOMMODATIONS
INTERCONTINENTAL MONTRÉAL
Montréal
Designed to equal Montreal’s unique
cosmopolitan charm and sophistication,
the Intercontinental Montreal offers
exceptional service and luxurious
amenities plus a location near the
quaint, cobbled streets of Old Montréal.
A charming borough flaunting divine
restaurants, cafés and unique shops are
just steps away. Dine at the hotel’s
brasserie or enjoy a martini at the
absinthe bar. The hotel features a
fitness center, a swimming pool and
complimentary Wi-Fi.
HILTON QUÉBEC
Québec City
The Hilton Québec is nestled near many
of Québec City’s popular dining and
shopping experiences. Each room at
this luxurious hotel boasts panoramic
views of Old Québec, the Laurentian
Mountains and Parliament Hill. The
hotel has two restaurants featuring
international and Quebecios cuisine. A
classy lobby bar is the perfect spot for
enjoying a cocktail with new friends. The
hotel has a fitness center, a swimming
pool and complimentary Wi-Fi.
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